mousse
3 synonyms for mousse, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A light, airy dessert, often chocolate-flavored, served chilled.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
hair gel
hair mousse
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A light, airy dessert, often chocolate-flavored, served chilled.
“They finished the meal with a rich chocolate mousse.”
2. verb
To apply styling mousse to hair.
“He moussed his hair before heading out for the night.”
How to use mousse
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
chocolate mousse
hair mousse
a dollop of mousse
Etymology
From French mousse, "foam" or "froth," ultimately related to the word "moss."
Full origin of mousse →Frequently asked questions
What does “mousse” mean?
The word “mousse” means a light, airy dessert, often chocolate-flavored, served chilled. In plain terms, a fluffy dessert, or a foamy hair product — both named for their light, frothy texture.
How do you pronounce “mousse”?
“Mousse” is pronounced moos (/muːs/ in IPA).
How do you use “mousse” in a sentence?
Here is “mousse” used in a sentence: “They finished the meal with a rich chocolate mousse.”
What part of speech is “mousse”?
Depending on how it is used, “mousse” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “mousse” come from?
The word “mousse” comes from French. From French mousse, "foam" or "froth," ultimately related to the word "moss.".
How many meanings does “mousse” have?
“Mousse” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a light, airy dessert, often chocolate-flavored, served chilled.
